RAP artist Ice Cube won plaudits for defending the Oscars, which are accused of not representing minority groups in its nominations, when he appeared on the Graham Norton show last night.

The NWA star O'Shea "Ice Cube" Jackson, 46, spoke candidly about his film Straight Outta Compton’s absence from the acting lists, when he appeared on the BBC One show, saying it would be "ridiculous" to get upset.

The Oscars have come under fire after it was revealed all actors shortlisted for awards were white.